Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
The second generation of the 6 Series had received the much wanted convertible version. The original, 1977 model, didn't have that and most of the potential buyers just asked "why". But in 2004, they quit complaining.
The E64 6 Series convertible was the first of its kind in the BMW lineup. A soft-top Granturismo vehicle that could roll nice and quiet despite its big engine, or fast and loud with the throttle planted. Its design was a mix of likes and dislikes, mostly due to the design of the headlights. The front bumper featured a shark-like lower grille split in three and the small kidney grille on the upper part. On the side, the long beltline was nice looking, starting from the front wheel arches but suddenly dropped from the middle of the rear fenders.
Inside, tons of features made the driver happy, from the i-Drive to the head-up display offered as an option. The big, comfortable seats up front were electrically adjustable in all the possible ways. It had two seats in the back, but with limited legroom. But if nobody was seated there, a wind-stopper could have been placed over the rear seats. It was a very effective device, especially if the side windows were up.
Under the hood, there were three engine choices: an inline 6 and two V8. All were available with manual or automatic transmission, but only RWD.
ENGINE SPECS - 630Ci 6MT RWD (258 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 2996 cm3 |
Power: | 190 KW @ 6100 RPM 258 HP @ 6100 RPM 255 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM 300 Nm @ 2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/50 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189.8 in (4821 mm) |
Width: | 73 in (1854 mm) |
Height: | 54.1 in (1374 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.3/62.7 in (1,557/1,593 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 109.4 in (2779 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 10.6 cuFT (300 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4167.4 lbs (1890 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4884.1 lbs (2215 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17.3 mpg US (13.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 229 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 645Ci 6MT RWD (333 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4398 cm3 |
Power: | 245 KW @ 6100 RPM 333 HP @ 6100 RPM 329 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 332 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 450 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/45 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189.8 in (4821 mm) |
Width: | 73 in (1854 mm) |
Height: | 54.1 in (1374 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.3/62.7 in (1,557/1,593 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 109.4 in (2779 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 10.6 cuFT (300 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3946.2 lbs (1790 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4883.2 lbs (2215 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 12.7 mpg US (18.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 27.4 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 18.4 mpg US (12.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 310 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 650Ci 6MT RWD (367 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4799 cm3 |
Power: | 270 KW @ 6300 RPM 367 HP @ 6300 RPM 362 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 361 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 490 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/45 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189.8 in (4821 mm) |
Width: | 73 in (1854 mm) |
Height: | 54.1 in (1374 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.3/62.7 in (1,557/1,593 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 109.4 in (2779 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 10.6 cuFT (300 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4244.6 lbs (1925 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4961.2 lbs (2250 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 12.3 mpg US (19.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 25.3 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 18.2 mpg US (12.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 310 g/km |